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Academy scientists are studying tropical coral reefs around the world as part of the Academy's Hope for Reefs initiative. The Palau expedition took a holistic approach, sending divers into both the shallow and deeper reefs.

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Luiz Rocha stands atop a boat in the Maldives wearing a black scuba diving outfit, a rebreather and goggles, and trunks.

Luiz Rocha, PhD, is an expert in deep coral reefs and advocates for their protection in areas around the globe. (Gayle Laird © 2023 California Academy of Sciences)

California Academy of Sciences Curator Luiz Rocha Nominated to the 2024 Explorers Club 50 Class
For his trailblazing work in deep coral reefs, Rocha joins 50 other explorers in this Rolex-backed honor.
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Beyond the Reef: Indoor Coral Spawning
Academy scientists are trying to get coral to spawn in the lab.
A group photo of collaborators at the Roatán coral spawning workshop
California Academy of Sciences teams up with international conservation partners for coral spawning and restoration workshop in Honduras
Academy biologists helped train local researchers, co-develop research questions, and collect coral spawn.